Corporate Tax Senior Manager - IL

Corporate Tax Senior Manager - IL

Chicago, Illinois, United States

$ 152,000.00 - 228,000.00 (US Dollar)

Hybrid | Chicago, IL (must be onsite minimum 2 days/week; relocation assistance available) Pay: $152,000 to $228,000 / year + annual performance bonus Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a Corporate Tax Senior Manager to join our corporate tax practice in Chicago, IL. This role will lead client engagements across business income tax planning, compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting (tax provision preparation or audit support). As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple client relationships, driving business development, and mentoring tax professionals with a clear career growth pathway toward Partner or Managing Director.

This position offers a collaborative environment, strong cross-office support, flexible work hours, and the opportunity to expand your leadership while supporting large, multi-state, national, and global companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple client service teams on corporate tax engagements, including planning, executing, and completing projects across various industries.
• Provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise; design and implement strategies to optimize client outcomes.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building and maintaining strong long-term relationships.
• Drive business development through networking, sales, and revenue generation; meet or exceed established metrics and goals.
• Manage engagement economics including realization, utilization, leverage, and expenses.
• Conduct primary and secondary review of complex corporate tax returns and ASC 740 provisions.
• Research and consult on complex tax issues including state/local, international, and transfer pricing.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate performance of staff, senior associates, and managers.
• Participate in professional development programs and industry events to strengthen your technical and leadership profile.
• Uphold the highest degree of professional standards and client confidentiality.

Must Haves / Requirements Summary

• Bachelors degree in Accounting (Masters in Taxation, LLM, or JD preferred).
• Active CPA or JD license required.
• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax compliance and consulting experience.
• Provision (ASC 740) expertise required.
• Recent public accounting experience within a Top 15 accounting firm.
• Strong background supporting large, multi-state/national/global companies.
• Current Manager/Senior Manager level experience with proven business development metrics achieved.
• Proficiency in corporate income tax laws, US GAAP, and ONESOURCE Tax Provision.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple engagements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Services industry experience.
• Experience with international taxation and transfer pricing.
• Stable career progression (no frequent job changes within the past decade).

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings with employer match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and continuing education support.
• Flexible work hours and hybrid schedule.
• Relocation support available nationwide.
• Clear career path toward Partner or Managing Director.

Screening Questions

1. Do you currently hold an active CPA or JD license?
2. Do you have recent ASC 740 provision experience?
3. Do you have recent public accounting experience with a Top 15 firm?
4. Are you currently in a Manager or Senior Manager role with proven business development metrics?
5. Are you based in Chicago, or willing to relocate for a hybrid role (minimum 2 days/week onsite)?